In a significant diplomatic engagement, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi for high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on February 9, 2026. The meeting underscored the deepening fraternal relations between the two Arab nations and their shared commitment to regional stability.
The leaders conducted comprehensive discussions covering bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors, with particular emphasis on development initiatives aligning with both nations’ strategic ambitions. The dialogue extended to critical regional concerns, especially the ongoing situation in the Middle East.
Both leaders emphasized the urgent implementation of ceasefire agreements in Gaza and stressed the necessity of ensuring unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery to alleviate civilian suffering. They reiterated their firm support for a two-state solution as the foundation for achieving comprehensive and just peace in the region.
A highlight of President El-Sisi’s visit included an extensive tour of the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, where he received detailed briefings on the institution’s cutting-edge facilities and academic programs. The Egyptian leader examined how the university’s advancements in AI and advanced technology contribute to the UAE’s long-term development vision.
The summit concluded with mutual reaffirmations of continued consultation and close coordination between the two nations to promote regional peace, stability, and prosperity. President El-Sisi departed from Abu Dhabi’s Presidential Airport following ceremonial farewell proceedings hosted by the UAE leadership.